Academic Pre-Sessional Course (12 Weeks)

Course Overview

The Academic Pre-Sessional course is designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students who need to develop their academic skills, understanding of subject-specific English terminology, and academic English language ability as a condition of entry to their college or school at Swansea University.

Start Dates and Duration

• Term 1: 8th June - 28th August 2026
• Term 2: 21st September - 11th December 2026

Entry Requirements

• Minimum of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), minimum 4.5 in all components

Exit

• 5.5/6.0/6.5

Programme Fee

• £4740 (programme fees do not include accommodation)

Course Information

This Academic Pre-sessional course will build students' confidence and enable them to begin their undergraduate or postgraduate programme with a good understanding of the expectations of academic study in a UK university. The course will help students develop the following:

• Language Skills for their Academic programme
• Integrated Academic Skills (Academic Reading and Writing)
• Lecture Programme
• Listening and Note-taking Skills for Academic Lectures
• Academic Speaking and Presentation Skills for Presentations, Seminars, and Tutorials
• Using Academic Sources and Referencing Skills
• Critical Thinking
• Individual Project Related To Their chosen programme

Each week includes 15 hours of face-to-face tuition plus an individual tutorial once a week. Students will be required to carry out a programme of self-study and complete a number of individual assignments.

Teaching and Assessment

Students will be assessed using a combination of:

• A portfolio of the work completed during their course (70%)
• An end of course exam (30%)

The portfolio provides detailed evidence of students' language level and skills, their academic skills, and their readiness to begin academic study at a UK university.

Attendance and Progression

Attendance on the above programme does not guarantee progression onto students' degree programme. If students have a conditional offer based on their level of English, they will have to achieve the required standard through the programme assessment and examination.

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Overview:

• Founded in 1920 as University College of Swansea
• Received its Royal Charter in 1948, becoming Swansea University
• Consistently ranked among the top 30 universities in the UK
• Home to over 20,000 students from over 140 countries
• Notable achievements include:
  • 2019 Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education for its work in developing and delivering innovative teaching methods
  • 2018 Times Higher Education Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Local Community
  • 2017 Research Excellence Framework (REF) results showed that 90% of Swansea University's research was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent

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Student Life:

• Over 150 student clubs and societies
• Sports teams in a variety of disciplines, including rugby, football, and basketball
• Student support services include:
  • Counseling and mental health support
  • Disability support
  • Financial advice
  • International student support
• Campus facilities include:
  • Bay Campus: Modern campus with state-of-the-art facilities, including a library, sports center, and student union
  • Singleton Campus: Historic campus with a mix of traditional and modern buildings, including the iconic Singleton Abbey
  • Tycoch Campus: Home to the College of Engineering and the School of Management

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Academics:

• Academic resources include:
  • Over 400 undergraduate and postgraduate programs
  • World-class research facilities
  • Extensive library resources
• Faculty:
  • Over 1,000 academic staff, including internationally renowned researchers and industry experts
• Teaching methodologies:
  • Focus on student-centered learning
  • Use of innovative teaching methods, such as problem-based learning and flipped classrooms
• Academic support services:
  • Academic skills workshops
  • Writing center
  • Math and statistics support
• Unique academic programs or initiatives:
  • Swansea Employability Academy: Provides students with opportunities to develop employability skills
  • Swansea University Global: Offers international study and research opportunities

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Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Top 30 UK university
• Excellent teaching and research
• World-class facilities
• Strong industry connections
• Vibrant student life
• Notable alumni include:
  • Michael Sheen, actor
  • Catherine Zeta-Jones, actress
  • Sir Terry Matthews, entrepreneur

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Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center
• Housing services
• Library resources:
  • Over 1 million books and journals
  • Access to online databases and e-resources
• Technology support:
  • Free Wi-Fi across campus
  • Computer labs and printing facilities
• Career development services:
  • Career counseling
  • Job search assistance
  • Employer networking events